Category: Erie News Now – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Russia, Ukraine Peace Talks Wrap in Geneva, Five Year Anniversary of War Approaching
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Peace talks between the US, Ukraine and Russia wrapped in Geneva after two days. It’s been almost five years since Russia launched their latest war against Ukraine. “There’s progress but none of the details can be disclosed at this stage,” said Rustem Umerov, Secretary for the National Defense and Security Council of Ukraine. Details of the progress remain limited but Rustem, the lead negotiator,…
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Military Tension Increases Amid Iran Nuclear Negotiations in Geneva
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Tensions are rising again between the United States and Iran, with new threats and military escalation, as high-stakes talks between the two countries take place in Geneva.
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The Rev. Jesse Jackson Remembered by U.S. Leaders as a National Voice for Justice
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An early follow and mentee of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Jackson became a national voice for justice. Today, leaders in Washington and across the country are honoring his legacy.
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Campaigning to Cartography: Both Parties Look to Redraw the Road to Power in 2026 Midterms
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The midterm elections this fall may not be entirely decided by debates and campaign ads. The battle for control of Congress in the 2026 midterms is changing — from campaigning to cartography.
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George Washington’s Mount Vernon Celebrates Presidents’ Day, Displays Rare Items
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MOUNT VERNON, VA – This President’s Day, thousands of people visited the home of America’s first President, George Washington. Visitors could get a chance to meet with actors impersonating Washington and other key figures from the 18th century as well as viewing other performances. As part of America’s 250th celebrations, visitors get a chance to view never-before-displayed items of Washington’s.
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Partial Shutdown Looms as DHS Funding Approaches Deadline
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While the rest of the federal government is funded through September, DHS funding remains in limbo. Funding for the department is set to expire Friday night. If it does, it will be the third shutdown of President Trump’s second term.
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Global Leaders, Diplomats Discuss Shared Challenges at Munich Security Conference
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – World leaders, diplomats and some US congressional members made their way to Germany for the Munich Security Conference. Leaders will focus on the most pressing issues facing the world. From the war in Ukraine, to the future of NATO, and even the changes in US foreign policy.
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Republican-Controlled House Rebels Against Trump’s Canada Tariffs in Bipartisan Vote
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Wednesday evening, the Republican-controlled House took a rare step, voting to rein in a key part of President Trump’s trade agenda — zeroing in on tariffs he slapped on Canadian imports over the past year.
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House Passed Trump-backed Elections Bill, Heads to Senate
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican-controlled House passed a sweeping elections bill on Wednesday. The SAVE America Act tightens voter registration standards but Democrats are calling it “Jim Crow 2.0″. Just one Democrat voted with House Republicans to advance the measure.
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Heated DOJ Oversight Hearing Focuses on Epstein Files, Redactions
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It was a heated oversight hearing for the Justice Department and Attorney General Pam Bondi on Capitol Hill. Lawmakers pressed Bondi over delays in releasing the Epstein files and redactions within them.